GO BEYOND FOUR SEASONS

EARLY

Concord Grapes
Grown by Ray in Germantown, NY

Concord Grapes are always a highlight of this time of year, exhibiting deep purple skins and bold, nostalgic flavors. These grapes will continue to ripen well into fall, their sugars peaking just before the first hard frost.

Ray's vines, over a century old, have adapted perfectly to their region. Their extensive root systems make them self-sufficient, requiring no fertilization. The thick bloom on each grape acts as a natural defense against rain and fungus, allowing Ray to grow with minimal intervention. Each bunch is hand-selected to order, ensuring consistent quality and freshness.

He is one of the few growers who resisted pressure to tear up his Concord vines when demand for this grape plummeted several decades ago. Because of his persistence, his older vines now bear sweet and complex fruit, and he has continued to add new varieties to the mix.

LATE

Adriatic & Black Mission Figs
Grown by Bob and Karen in Corning, CA

The too-quick season for Adriatic and Black Mission Figs is coming to a close. High heat followed by a period of rain has damaged some of the late-season crop across California. What we are receiving is outstanding, however: big jammy flavors with hints of red fruits like raspberries and currants. These are soft-skinned, with an intense crimson flesh. Make the most of their final weeks.

Despite the weather challenges in the final weeks of the season, this has been a standout season for figs across California. The season arrived earlier, thanks to a warm spring and favorable summer weather that accelerated fruit set on the trees. Consistently warm, but not too hot, temperatures have kept supplies steady. In years past, our growers have faced incredible weather fluctuations and wildfires that cut the brief season even shorter. It is a testament to their growing practices and their resiliency that this season is such a standout.